Families Of Victims Research Articles

Human-Wildlife Conflict in Bardia-Banke Complex: Patterns of Human Fatalities and Injuries Caused by Large Mammals.

Human fatalities and injury from wildlife attacks often result in a negative attitude toward conservation. This research was undertaken to investigate the patterns and conflict-causing factors of human killing and injury by large mammals, especially by Asian elephant (Elephas maximus), common leopard (Panthera pardus), and Bengal tiger (Panthera tigris tigris) in the Bardia-Banke Complex of western Nepal. We collected human death and injury records caused by wildlife in the Bardia-Banke Complex between 2019 and 2023, based on relief applications submitted by the victim's family. Additionally, camera trap monitoring was conducted following incidents of human-tiger and human-leopard conflicts. A total of 76 incidents involving human casualties and injuries were considered for analysis. Incidents of livestock depredation, crop raiding, and property damage were excluded from the analysis. Most of the attacks on humans were caused by tigers (75%), followed by elephants (16%) and leopards (9%). Almost all incidents occurred in daytime (97%). The highest number of conflicts were recorded in 2021, with 20 incidents. Most of the cases (84%) occurred within 1 km of forest edge. Khata corridor and the western side of the Bardia National Park, i.e., Karnali River corridor, were identified as high-conflict areas. The primary causes of the conflict manifested in cattle grazing (28%), grass cutting (28%), firewood collection (11%), fishing (8%), vegetable collection (5%), sand collection (4%), during rescuing friends (3%), grazing captive elephants (3%), highway rides (3%), sleeping in Chaupadi Goth (3%), walking nearby forest areas (3%), playing nearby forest areas (1%), while feeding pig (1%), and working in agricultural lands (1%). To promote human-wildlife coexistence, community-based patrols (33%), habitat restoration (26%), electric fencing (26%), and insurance (7%) were identified as the preferred strategies. Therefore, we recommend that stakeholders and concerned bodies increase awareness among local community about the use of forest resources, wildlife behavior, and human-wildlife conflict mitigation strategies.

Strategies used to deliver bad news to the family of unexpected and sudden death victims: a scoping review protocol

Objective: This scoping review aims to map the strategies used during the communication of bad news to families of unexpected and sudden death victims from the perspective of those receiving the news. Introduction: The strategies used in communicating a person’s death to their family, especially in unexpected and sudden situations, can have a profound impact on the grief management process. This communication is often carried out by a health professional (doctor, nurse, or paramedic), but may also be carried out by a police officer, depending on the context in which the situation has occurred (in or out of hospital). Inclusion criteria: This scoping review will include studies on families of victims of unexpected and sudden death. All studies focusing on the strategies used to communicate bad news of unexpected and sudden death face to face, implemented by any professional in an intra-hospital or extra-hospital context, from the perspective of those who received the news, will be considered. Methods: The JBI methodology for scoping reviews will be followed. An initial search will be conducted, followed by a second search for published and unpublished studies in major health-related electronic databases. Studies published in English, Spanish, French, and Portuguese will be included, with no geographical, cultural, or time limits. Data selection, extraction, and synthesis will be performed independently by 2 reviewers and will include details of populations, study methods, and strategies used. A narrative synthesis will accompany the results and describe how they relate to the objectives of the review. Review registration: Open Science Framework https://osf.io/4rhw3

Indirect victims of violence: Mental health and the close relatives of serious assault victims in England

An extensive body of evidence shows the impact of being the direct victim of a serious assault. However, much less is known about the impact on the family and close relatives of victims, who may be considered indirect victims. Based on analyses of the 2014 Adult Psychiatric Morbidity Survey, a face-to-face, cross-sectional probability-sample survey of 7519 adults aged 16 and over in England, this article estimates what proportion of the population was closely related to a victim of serious assault, and whether this experience was associated with a higher prevalence of feeling unsafe, depression and anxiety disorder, post-traumatic stress, self-harm, and suicidality. Descriptive and multivariable regression analyses were conducted, adjusting for complex survey design and potentially confounding factors. Results show that one in twenty adults (4.5%, n = 345) was closely related to a victim of serious assault (95% confidence interval (CI):4.0–5.2%). Close adult relatives of assault victims were more likely than the rest of the population to have been direct victims of violence and abuse themselves, to have experienced multiple other adversities, and to live in more deprived neighbourhoods. However, even when controlling for these experiences, relatives of victims had adjusted odds of feeling unsafe in the neighbourhood where they lived 2.36 times higher than the rest of the population (CI:1.26–4.44), and their odds of having a depressive or anxiety disorder were 1.37 times higher (0.99–1.90). These analyses indicate that relatives in England may already be vulnerable, with potential to also be further affected by the experiences of family members. To more fully account for the effects of violence in society, research with indirect victims of serious violence in the context of their own experiences of direct victimization and wider adversities is required. This could be factored into a broader remit for victim support services which includes support for victims’ families.

Peran Pendampingan Pastoral dalam Pemulihan Trauma Keluarga Korban Longsor di Palangka dengan Pendekatan Spiritual-Psikologis

This study aims to explore the role of pastoral care in the recovery of trauma experienced by landslide victim families in Palangka. Pastoral care, which combines spiritual and psychological approaches, is expected to provide holistic support to victim families in their recovery process. This study uses a qualitative method with a case study approach to analyze the experiences and perceptions of victim families and the pastoral caretakers involved. Data were collected through in-depth interviews, observations, and documentation. The results of the study indicate that pastoral care plays an important role in providing emotional and spiritual support, strengthening mental resilience, and helping victim families cope with loss and trauma. The spiritual-psychological approach applied by pastoral caretakers helps rebuild hope, reduce stress, and accelerate the healing process. This study highlights the importance of integrating spiritual and psychological support in post-disaster interventions to improve the mental and emotional well-being of victims.

The ‘Secret Killings’ in Assam: Counterinsurgency and Censoring Perpetrator Information

In the late 1990s, a protracted armed conflict between the Indian government and the insurgent organization, United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) in the Northeast Indian state of Assam escalated to include ‘secret killings’ of family members, close aides, and sympathizers of ULFA among its many violent manifestations. The killers primarily targeted insurgents’ families to persuade their underground kin to surrender, and to create fear among community members who sympathized with the movement or sheltered its cadres. The 2007 report of the Justice K. N. Saikia Commission pointed out the role of the surrendered insurgents, and the state police behind the secret killings, where the army was kept in the loop in some cases. Surprisingly, over 300 people were killed between 1998 and 2001 under common circumstances but no one was convicted. This article describes the challenges I faced in conducting ethnographic fieldwork on this sensitive event, which continues to draw political and media attention in the region. I focus on the challenges of interviewing survivors, families of victims, and police officers about the secret killings in Assam. I particularly reflect on my fieldwork experience of what to ask, what to write and what to censor about my participants, and consider the ethical dimension of making those decisions. I argue that these decisions were often made spontaneously in response to emergent situations and my ethical principles. I let the responses of my participants guide me in the field, and did not carry any predetermined strategies to guide the interviews.

Perceptions, attitudes, and experiences of domestic violence among Vietnamese university students

BackgroundIn Vietnam, domestic violence (DV) is recognized as an intentional act of causing physical, mental, sexual, or economic harm among family members. Despite legislative efforts, DV remains prevalent, significantly impacting women's mental and physical health. Traditional beliefs and cultural norms further entrench DV, particularly among women and children, necessitating an understanding of perceptions and attitudes toward DV. MethodsThis exploratory cross-sectional study surveyed 81 Vietnamese university students to assess their perceptions, attitudes, and personal experiences of DV. Survey data was collected online and analyzed using descriptive statistics. ResultsThe study found high awareness of DV, with most participants recognizing physical and psychological violence, while less awareness was noted for economic abuse. A majority perceived DV as fairly common (57%) and highly common (37%). Most participants attributed DV to alcoholism (93%), drug addiction (93%), and poverty or social exclusion (90%). Roughly half of the participants had friends or family victims who were victims (53%) or perpetrators (46%) of DV. Despite general knowledge of DV laws, many were unaware of specific legal and social support mechanisms. Notably, while most participants found DV unacceptable and should always be punishable by law (64%), actual reporting and intervention rates were low, with significant gaps in support awareness. ConclusionsThe findings highlight a substantial awareness of DV among Vietnamese university students but also reveal critical gaps in understanding and addressing economic abuse and available support systems. There is a need for enhanced education and accessibility of resources to effectively combat DV and support survivors, especially for young adults who would soon explore marriage and family lives.

Peranan Lembaga Swadaya Masyarakat SPEK-HAM Surakarta dalam memberikan layanan bantuan hukum pada Perempuan korban kekerasan seksual

This research aims to determine: (1) The role of the non-governmental organization SPEK-HAM Surakarta in providing legal aid services to women victims of sexual violence, (2) The obstacles faced by the non-governmental organization SPEK-HAM Surakarta in providing legal aid services to women victims of sexual violence. This study used qualitative research methods. In this research, the results were obtained in the form of: (1) The role of the Non-Governmental Organization SPEK-HAM Surakarta in providing legal aid services to women victims of sexual violence, namely (1) Receiving SPEK-HAM Case Complaint Reports; (2) Approach to Victims and Legal Consultation; (3) Mediation; (4) Legal Assistance. 2) The obstacles experienced are (1) During the mediation process, if the case is continued to the realm of law, the victim's family is also involved in the case, overcome by mediation accompanied by compensation, (2) the lack of perspective from the Police towards women victims of sexual violence is overcome by providing education and understanding for the police so they can handle cases of sexual violence based on the victim's perspective.

Tato sebagai Metode Identifikasi Korban Meninggal Tanpa Identitas

The identification of individuals is a critically important aspect of the forensic examination process, as errorsin the identification process can have fatal consequences in the legal proceedings. The identification of a living patientcan be carried out through various methods, including fingerprint identification, visual recognition, documentation,accessories, dental records, serological examinations, and biomolecular analysis. Presented is a case study of a maleindividual who died as a result of a motor vehicle accident involving a bus, which resulted in head and chest trauma,leading to the victim's immediate demise at the scene. No identifying marks were found on the victim, but the victimhad a tattoo on the left chest. Identification and external examinations were conducted by a team of doctors andINAFIS personnel, synchronized with the information provided by the victim's family. Subsequently, an analysis wasperformed, correlating with a review of the literature based on scientific publications. The final result was thesuccessful identification of the deceased individual, thus concluding that tattoos can be used as one of the methods ofidentification for individuals or unidentified bodies, supported by other methods such as family data and other uniqueindividual characteristics. However, the use of tattoos needs to be handled with caution due to the risk of infection,allergies, or the transmission of infections through poorly executed and unclean tattoo procedures.

Law Enforcement Against Adult Child Mobbing

In general, mobbing is carried out by children against adults, but on the contrary mobbing is carried out by adults against children. The raid caused minor injuries and trauma to the child as a victim. Raids are included in the criminal act of persecution that must not be allowed and must be carried out by law enforcement. This study aims to analyze the law enforcement process against the criminal act of adult mobbing on children carried out by the Gempol Palimanan Sector Police of Cirebon Regency to the process at the Sumber Prosecutor's Office of Cirebon Regency. The type of research used qualitative research with a descriptive approach to analysis that describes and analyzes facts or data that exist and are collected when conducting research, research methods used empirical juridical or sociological, namely through interviews or interviews with related parties, police, perpetrators, victims and prosecutors. Based on the analysis, it was found that Gempol Police conducted law enforcement assisted by the victim's family in arresting the perpetrators, not all perpetrators were caught. Only one was caught and law enforcement proceedings were carried out. The law enforcement process continues to the Source Prosecutor's Office, the perpetrator asks for a resolution to be carried out by Restorative Justice at the Source Prosecutor's Office. Settlement through Restorative Justice is also agreed upon by the victim. For the sake of justice, Gempol Police should also process other perpetrators of mobbing, if possible, Restorative Justice is carried out in investigations and investigations at the police.

Cirebon Regency’s National Commission for Child Protection’s role in handling sexual violence against children

Sexual violence against children is a violation of human rights that has a long-term traumatic impact. The phenomenon of increasing cases of sexual violence against children has become a global problem that requires serious attention. This increase continues to occur in various regions, including Cirebon Regency. The role of the Regional Indonesian Child Protection Committee (KPAID) of Cirebon Regency in handling this case is very important. This study analyzes the role of KPAID Cirebon in overcoming sexual violence against children, identifies the factors that cause an increase in child sexual violence, and examines the role of KPAID Cirebon Regency in dealing with child sexual violence cases, focusing on prevention, case handling, and challenges faced. This study uses a qualitative method with a case study approach. Data was collected through in-depth interviews with the Chairman of the Cirebon Regency KPAID, the victim's family, and other related parties. The results of the study show that KPAID Cirebon Regency plays an active role in receiving reports, providing legal and psychological assistance and advocating to protect the rights of victims. However, KPAID faces challenges that affect its effectiveness in carrying out its role, such as limited resources, lack of public awareness and weak coordination between institutions. And this phenomenon continues to increase supported by many external and internal factors such as environmental factors and the victim's own family factors.

Families of Victims Often Reject Forensic Autopsies in Cases of Unnatural Death

Forensic autopsies are integral to determining the exact cause of someone's death. In Indonesian criminal law, specifically Articles 222 of the Criminal Code and Articles 133-134 of the Criminal Procedure Code (KUHAP), provisions regarding forensic autopsies are outlined. However, there are challenges in implementing the requirement to notify the victim's family about the autopsy, which can hinder the enforcement of law in cases of unnatural deaths. It's crucial to note that only through forensic autopsies can material truths be scientifically revealed, from the initiation of investigations to the presentation of evidence in court. Legal cases and final court decisions underscore the importance of forensic autopsies in proving cases categorized as material criminal offenses. Therefore, in cases of unnatural deaths, the execution of forensic autopsies should not necessarily depend on the victim's family consent to ensure fair legal certainty for all parties involved - the victim, perpetrator, and society. This study aims to understand the role of forensic autopsies in unnatural deaths and examine cases where the victim's family rejects the autopsy based on Article 222 of the Criminal Code in conjunction with Articles 133-134 of the Criminal Procedure Code. The research methodology combines normative and empirical approaches to analyze applicable legal norms and their application in events to achieve predefined objectives. Findings indicate that the refusal of the victim's family to consent to a forensic autopsy in unnatural deaths significantly impacts court decisions, potentially obstructing law enforcement agencies in resolving cases. Even if the family objects, law enforcement agencies must continue their duties, as forensic autopsies are vital for court evidence, typically presented as a report issued by forensic experts or doctors under police instruction. During trials, victims can still attain legal certainty and justice. Forensic autopsies should align with existing laws. It is hoped that from this research the implementation of forensic autopsies can proceed as regulated in criminal laws and regulations.

Defining futile and potentially avoidable interhospital trauma transfers

PurposeInterhospital transfer of critically injured patients to a major trauma service reduces preventable death in major trauma. Yet some of those transferred die without intervention. These ‘futile’ interhospital trauma transfers (IHTs), and other potentially avoidable IHTs place enormous stress on families of trauma victims, can delay care, and incur great cost to public health resources. This study sought to characterise these IHTs using current state guidelines for interhospital transfer. MethodsA retrospective cohort study was conducted using our institution's trauma registry from January 2016–December 2020. All adult patients transferred to our major trauma service were analysed. Futile IHTs were defined as death or transfer to hospice care without surgical, endoscopic, or radiological intervention, and without ICU admission, within 72 h of admission. Potentially avoidable IHTs were defined as all patients discharged alive without intervention or ICU care, and secondary over-triage patients are a subset of these patients who were discharged within 72 h of admission. Patient demographics, injuries, and treatments were categorised from electronic records and analysed. ResultsOf 2,837 IHTs, seven (0.2 %) met criteria for futility. The majority were female, median age of 80 (IQR 85–75) and had a median Injury Severity Score (ISS) of 16 (IQR 25.5–11.5). By contrast, 1391 patients (49 %) were classified as potentially avoidable and 513 (18 %) were considered secondary over-triage. The majority were male, median age of 43 (IQR 62–28), and had a median ISS of 9 (IQR 13–4). Of these potentially avoidable IHTs, 984 (70.7 %) were discharged directly home. ConclusionFutile IHTs were infrequent, however over half of all trauma patients transferred from other hospitals were discharged without tertiary-level intervention. Trauma services should consider developing systems such as telehealth to support regional general and orthopaedic surgeons to co-manage lower risk trauma, particularly minor head and minor spinal trauma patients. This could be an integral part of safely reducing potentially avoidable IHTs and their associated costs while maintaining a low rate of preventable mortality in trauma.

Impacto del feminicidio en la salud mental y la economía de las familias de las víctimas en Ciudad Juárez

The purpose of this research was to evaluate the psychological and economic impact of femicide on the families of the victims in Ciudad Juarez, Chihuahua, Mexico. The study was designed and implemented under a mixed methodology with descriptive scope. Two specific objectives were established: 1) to estimate the expenses assumed by the families after a member has been a victim of femicide and 2) to analyze the perception that the families of victims have of suffering from depression and anxiety. Surveys and semi-structured interviews were applied to eight family members of victims to evaluate the economic consequences, self-perception and level of impact generated by four mental disorders: anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder, panic disorder and depression. The results show a relevant impact on the family economy that, in addition to the mental disorders suffered, aggravate the situation of vulnerability of the families. About the psychological state of the members interviewed, the most common disorder was anxiety, followed by post-traumatic stress disorder and depression. This is important because the study showed that the families, despite the psychological effects, only recognize the negative impact on their finances when dealing with funeral and other post-death costs.

Out Of Pocket Expenditure Of End Stage Renal Disease Patients For Maintenance Haemodialysis.

Background: End stage renal disease (ESRD) is a major and growing public health problem in Bangladesh. It is linked to higher hospitalization rates, lost productivity, illness, and early death, and it is a major cost on people, health care systems, and societies. Haemodialysis as a life saving measure can save patients but out-of-pocket expenditure of Haemodialysis in Bangladesh is high in comparison to their monthly family income. Therefore, it places a significant financial strain on the families of the disease victims. The aim of this study was to find out the out-of-pocket expenditure of ESRD patients for maintenance haemodialysis. Methods: This descriptive cross sectional study was carried out among 160 ESRD patients getting haemodialysis at Dialysis centre of a selected tertiary government hospital in Dhaka during the period of January to December 2022. Simple random sampling technique was followed. Data were collected by face to face interview with a semi-structured questionnaire and by check list reviewing medical documents. Results: The mean (±SD) age of the respondents was 49.28 ±12.706 years. Majority (60.6%) were male and 39.4% were female. Majority (29.4%) had secondary followed by 21.9% who had higher secondary level of education. About three fourths (71.9%) were from urban, 18.8% from rural, 8.1% from semi-urban areas and 1.3% were slum dwellers. The median of monthly family income was Tk. 20000 (interquartile range 15750). The median (IQR) total direct cost was Tk. 15983 (7203). The mean (±SD) total indirect cost was Tk. 5431.25±1128.17. The mean (±SD) total haemodialysis cost was Tk. 24205.59 ±17164.580. Conclusion: Out-of-pocket expenditure of Haemodialysis in Bangladesh is high in comparison to monthly family income and it poses huge financial burden to the families of the victims of end stage renal disease. The study recommended cost effective measures like subsidized or free of cost treatment of ESRD and free of cost haemodialysis of patients to reduce the financial burden of the families. Bangladesh Armed Forces Med J Vol 56 No (1) June 2023, pp 28-34

Perlindungan Hukum Terhadap Perempuan Korban Revenge Porn Melalui Konten Pornografi Yang Dibuat Berdasarkan Kesepakatan (Based On Consent)

Social media, which is increasingly being used nowadays, has also increased cases of sexual violence, namely online gender-based violence (KBGO). In 2022, there will be 1,721 cases. Revenge porn is widespread and experienced by women. As victims, women often receive negative treatment from society or their families. The shame of the victim's family in reporting and the lack of understanding of law enforcement also make it difficult for victims to defend themselves before the law, especially in revenge porn based on consent. The formulation of this research problem is: How does positive law in Indonesia provide legal protection for women as victims of revenge porn? Is revenge porn carried out based on an agreement (based on consent) included in the type of crime of sexual violence? The normative judicial method was carried out based on the findings of secondary and primary data from the team on victims, perpetrators, witnesses, officials of the Women's and/or Children's Protection Service of Malang City/Regency, and experts. Analyzed using qualitative descriptive methods. Produce: First, Indonesia already has Republic of Indonesia Law No. 13 of 2006 in conjunction with Republic of Indonesia Law No. 31 of 2014 concerning Witness and Victim Protection Institutions and Republic of Indonesia Law, UU Pornografi, UU ITE, No. 12 of 2022 concerning Criminal Sexual Violence as a form of legal protection for women victims of revenge porn. Second, the action of revenge porn based on consent fulfills the elements in Article 14 of Republic of Indonesia Law No. 12 of 2022 concerning the crime of sexual violence.

The impact of coping strategies and positive resources on post-traumatic stress symptoms among bereaved families of the Sewol ferry disaster.

This study investigated the long-term prevalence of, and factors associated with, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) among the bereaved families of the Sewol ferry disaster, in which 250 students lost their lives during a school excursion. Eight years after the disaster, 181 family members were surveyed, and the prevalence of clinical PTSD symptoms was estimated. The Positive Resources Test (POREST), the Duke-UNC Functional Social Support Questionnaire, and the Brief COPE were evaluated using self-report measures. The multivariable binomial logistic regression was used to identify protective and risk factors for PTSD. PTSD symptoms were present in 49.7% of the family members 8 years after the incident. A one-point increase in the score on the optimism subscale of the POREST was associated with a 20.1% decreased likelihood of having clinical PTSD symptoms (OR = 0.799; p = 0.027; 95% CI = 0.655-0.975). Conversely, a one-point increase in the score on the avoidant subscale of Brief COPE was associated with a 13.2% increased likelihood of having clinical PTSD symptoms (OR = 1.132; p = 0.041; 95% CI = 1.005-1.274). Our results provide evidence of the need for long-term mental health monitoring of bereaved families of disaster victims, along with valuable insights for the development of mental health intervention programs.

Family history of sudden cardiac death among vctims of sudden death in yazd, iran

Objectives: A positive family history of Sudden Cardiac Death (SCD) is an independent risk factor for mortality. This study aimed to determine the prevalence of a positive family history of SCD and its associated risk factors among victims of sudden death in Yazd.
 Methods: This cross-sectional study investigated SCD cases in Yazd, Iran, in 2011. The study included victims who were aged 20 years or older, and the cause of death was the cardiac arrest within one hour of symptom onset. The data obtained from families of SCD victims through verbal autopsy interviews.
 Results: A total of 317 cases of SCD occurred among victims, resulting in an incidence rate of 139.4 per 100,000 population 26.2% had a positive family history of SCD, with a mean age of 60.4 ± 12.3 years. Individuals with a positive family history of SCD had a significantly younger mean age at the time of death (60.9 ± 12.3 vs. 66.9 ± 16.5 years, P = 0.018). The prevalence of diabetes mellitus (odds ratio 1.43, CI 95% = 1.03–1.99, P = 0.042), dyslipidemia (odds ratio 1.47, CI 95% = 1.07–2.1, P = 0.038), chronic coronary artery disease (P =0.027), and revascularization (P = 0.049) had a significant association with positive family history of SCD.
 Conclusions: This study highlights the importance of assessing family history as a risk factor for SCD, along with other risk factors such as diabetes, dyslipidemia, and chronic coronary artery disease.

Dhikr and Qur'an Recitation Therapy: An Idea to Recover the Mental Health of Families of the Death Victims of Mount Marapi Eruption in West Sumatra, Indonesia.

Volcanic eruption is one of the most common disasters in Indonesia. One of the most fatal volcanic eruptions in Indonesia in 2023 was the eruption of Mount Marapi in West Sumatra. This caused a psychological impact on the survivors and families of the victims who died. Psychological interventions are usually only provided to survivors. It is very rare to find psychosocial assistance provided to the families of victims who died, even though they also experience acute and prolonged mental health disorders, such as trauma and even depression. So, we offer the idea of remembrance therapy and reading the Qur'an to restore the mental health of the families of the deceased victims. Dhikr and Qur'an recitation therapy fosters sincerity, patience, and self-acceptance so as to restore mental health in the families of the victims of the Mount Marapi eruption. The therapy serves as a calming factor for the soul because it contains various wisdoms for the calamities experienced. The whole series of therapy is closed with prayer as a form of surrendering the soul to God.

Prolonged grief disorder in the families of COVID-19 pandemic victims: A phenomenological study

Prolonged grief disorder in the families of COVID-19 pandemic victims: A phenomenological study

اضطراب ضغط ما بعد الصدمة والأمن النفسي لدى عينة من أهالي ضحايا فايروس كورونا في قطاع غزة

هدفت الدراسة إلى استقصاء العلاقة بين اضطراب ضغط ما بعد الصدمة ومستوى الأمن النفسي لدى عينة من أهالي ضحايا فايروس كورونا في قطاع غزة، ولتحقيق أهداف الدراسة اتبع الباحثان المنهج الوصفي التحليلي، اختيرت عينة عشوائية من أهالي ضحايا فايروس كورونا في غزة، يبلغ عددهم (150) شخصًا، طبق عليهم مقياس ماسلو للشعور بالأمن النفسي ومقياس ضغط ما بعد الصدمة، بعد التأكد من صدق الأدوات وثباتها، واستخدم الباحثان برنامج الحِزم الإحصائية للعلوم الاجتماعية (SPSS) لتحليل البيانات، بعد تطبيق اختبارات عدة، منها المتوسط الحسابي، والانحراف المعياري، واختبار "ت" لعينتين مستقلتين T-test، واختبار تحليل التباين الأحادي ANOVA، وتوصلت الدراسة إلى نتائج عدة مفادها: أن مستوى اضطراب ضغط ما بعد الصدمة لدى أهالي ضحايا فايروس كورونا في قطاع غزة بلغ نسبة 80.6%؛ فقد جاءت الأعراض الوجدانية لضغط ما بعد الصدمة بالدرجة الأولى، وبنسبة 82.8%، تليها الأعراض المعرفية لضغط ما بعد الصدمة، بنسبة 81.1%، وبالمرتبة الأخيرة جاءت الأعراض السلوكية لضغط ما بعد الصدمة، بنسبة 77.8%، كما جاء مستوى الأمن النفسي مرتفعًا لدى أهالي ضحايا فايروس كورونا في قطاع غزة، وبنسبة 72%، كما أظهرت النتائج عدم وجود علاقة بين مستوى ضغط ما بعد الصدمة ومستوى الأمن النفسي لدى أفراد العينة، كذلك عدم وجود فروق ذات دلالة إحصائية لدى أفراد العينة في مستوى اضطراب ضغط ما بعد الصدمة ومستوى الأمن النفسي ترجع إلى المتغيرات التالية: (العمر- صلة القرابة- المستوى التعليمي- النوع)، ويوصي الباحثان بتكثيف برامج دعم الصحة النفسية لدى أهالي ضحايا فايروس كورونا.